"arched" vessel

This is a design I have played with a couple of times.this piece is turned from Kauri, its is about 7’ x 5 1/2” high.it has has several sealer coats & a mop polish.This is one design I have a lot of unfinished business with, there are dozens of variations sitting in my pad so far,any comments would be appreciated, Cheers Peteg

-- Pete G: If you always do what you always did you'll always get what you always got

I feel your pain with this Clewes style box. I have a few off them on my self of shame. But like you also, I stuck with it until I got one that I was happy with…....however, now seeing yours I think I might have to give this one another turn.

Your project: The acorn shape of the box itself is great. The little nub on the bottom is a nice touch. The finial on the lid is a nice form, good colour and suits the style well. The overall shape; fit; finish is very good. I’m impressed with this one for sure…........ and I bet you had a lot of fun twirling it too.

Thanks for all the kind comments.Brian, this was the forth attempt, the first was a real prototype, the new two I was left holding a gouge & wondering where the pieces that flew past my ear had landed, as you know when you are finishing these you have the lathe realy singing & you’re shadow turning so things can happen very quickly

-- Pete G: If you always do what you always did you'll always get what you always got